GREAT BRITAIN. Edward VII Gold Matte Proof Set (4 Pieces), 1902. London Mint. All PCGS Gold Shield Certified.1) 5 Pounds. PCGS PROOF-62. S-3966; KM-807; Fr-398a.2) 2 Pounds. PCGS PROOF-63. S-3968; KM-806; Fr-399a.3) Sovereign. PCGS PROOF-62. S-3969; KM-805; Fr-400a.4) 1/2 Sovereign. PCGS PROOF-61. S-3974A; KM-804; Fr-401a.Mintage: 8,066 sets. An attractive selection from the coronation Proof Set, all faintly handled as is typical of these issues. Matte Proofs were a novel concept in 1902, but unfortunately the new concept led most collectors (and some mint workers) to attempt to brighten what they thought were supposed to be shiny proof coins.
